Innovating Sustainable
Food Systems
We believe conservation is not just about saving what’s old — it’s about rethinking what’s possible. Through research and collaboration, we seek to understand and improve the role heritage crops can play in tomorrow’s food systems. We work with academic institutions, local authorities, environmental NGOs, and international partners to pilot new approaches and share best practices.
Current & Past Collaborations
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Hops Genetic Profiling
Collaborating with Canvas Brewery to profile heritage hops, understanding genetics and supporting conservation-informed brewing.
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Intercropping Field Trials
Working with growers across diverse crops to explore intercropping methods, enhancing sustainability and biodiversity.
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Curriculum Resource Development
Co-creating early learning ecology resources, inspiring children to understand and connect with natural systems.
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Heirloom Pea Research
Partnering with University of Limerick to investigate protein levels in heirloom pea varieties, supporting sustainable agriculture.
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Policy And Networks
Contributing to European seed policy discussions and agroecological networks, promoting biodiversity and sustainable farming practices.
Research Focus Areas
Partnerships For
Sustainable Agriculture
We host on-site visits and placements for students, farmers, and policymakers, connecting practice with policy, and tradition with innovation. By providing hands-on experience and collaborative learning, we create opportunities for organisations to engage directly with heritage crops, sustainable agriculture, and conservation. Partnerships and discussions are always welcome.
This is conservation in action. From soil to seed, from hand to hand.